onaVirus: COVID-19 is the disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus. It spreads between people in close proximity, for instance if you are shaking hands with someone who is infected with Corona then there is a high chance you will get Coronavirus too.
ccording to latest research: “A person can get Corona Virus after vaccination too , they are more likely to have mild or no symptoms.” It is caused by infection with the severe acute temporary syndrome Coronavirus 2
symptoms of Coronavirus: Fever , cough , sore throat , New loss of taste or smell and fatigue are common causes of symptoms.
ncrease in cases: Coronavirus cases are increasing day by day with 257 active cases in India. From 27 April to 3 May 2025 11,000 Corona cases were reported in Hong Kong . It is increasing due to two new factors, one new variant and second waning immunity among the population. LF.7 and NB.1.8 two new variants are discovered .
Despite the increase the health minister in a conference said these symptoms are mild and vaccination will help to prevent severe illness.
Tourism at risk:
These new cases can risk tourism in Singapore. These developments in Singapore raised concerns about potential disruptions for both inbound and outbound travelers. Singapore is a travelling destination of so many people around the globe but this sudden increase in corona virus can risk tourism in Singapore.
Singapore’s government response focused on managing the surge in COVID-19 cases through a combination of vaccination campaigns and health safety measures.Authorities in Hong Kong and Singapore have urged caution but have also said that these waves were expected.
virus in Hong Kong: In Hong Kong, the percentage of Covid positive cases out of the samples increased to 13.66 percent. Hong Kong’s health department believes :
“Covid-19 has evolved into an endemic disease with a periodic pattern”. Coronavirus is increasing rapidly in Singapore , Hong Kong and Thailand.While populations in these countries are witnessing increased hospitalisations, India sees a ‘mild’ uptick.
ording to times of India: Mumbai has reported 95 new Covid-19 cases in May .At least 16 people are currently hospitalised with symptoms. In Tamil Nadu, 12 new Covid-19 cases have been reported in Puducherry.
Conclusion: According to Professor Teo Yik Ying, dean of the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health at the National University of Singapore:
“ This could mean going for additional Covid-19 booster jabs, or wearing a mask when outdoors, during a period like this where there is an uptick in the number of Covid-19 cases”.
Wear mask , avoid going in crowded places , maintain significant distance, proper diet and hygiene can also help in fighting CoronaVirus.Avoid shaking hands while greeting , Don’t spit at public places ,Don’t take medicines without consulting a doctor and don’t touch your nose and eyes as CoronaVirus spread through contact so these are some precautionary measures. India is not much affected by COVID as the government said situation is under control. The end.
